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Describe a live performance you enjoyed watching: IELTS Speaking Cue Card

You should say

  • Who performed in it
  • What kind of performance it was
  • When you watched it
  • And explain why you enjoyed it
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Cue 1:Who performed in it?

  • Mention the name of the artist or group who performed, and provide a brief background about them.
  • Share any personal connection or admiration you have for the performer to make your answer more engaging.

Example

The live performance I enjoyed was by the famous Indian playback singer Arijit Singh. He is known for his soulful voice and has sung numerous hit songs in Bollywood. I have always admired his ability to convey deep emotions through his music.


Cue 2:What kind of performance it was?

  • Describe the type of performance, such as a concert, theater, or dance show.
  • Include details about the atmosphere, stage setup, and any special features that made it unique.

Example

It was a concert held in a large stadium, where Arijit performed a mix of his popular songs. The stage was beautifully lit, and there were stunning visuals that complemented the music. The energy in the crowd was electric, making the experience even more memorable.


Cue 3:When you watched it?

  • Specify the date or time of year when you attended the performance.
  • Mention any significant events or feelings associated with that time.

Example

I watched this concert last year in December, just before the New Year celebrations. It was a perfect way to end the year, surrounded by friends and fellow fans, all excited to hear our favorite songs live.


Cue 4:And explain why you enjoyed it?

  • Discuss the emotions you felt during the performance and what made it special for you.
  • Mention any standout moments or songs that particularly resonated with you.

Example

I enjoyed the concert immensely because Arijit's voice is incredibly powerful and moving. One of the highlights was when he sang 'Tum Hi Ho,' which is my favorite song. The entire audience sang along, creating a sense of unity and joy that I will never forget.


Conclusion

    Example

    Overall, this live performance was a remarkable experience that left a lasting impression on me. It not only showcased Arijit Singh's talent but also brought together people from different walks of life, all united by the love of music.


    Following this structure will ensure you cover all the essential points while providing a clear and engaging response to the cue card topic.


    Tips to answer this Cue Card

    1: Vague Descriptions

    Using vague language can make your answer less engaging. Avoid general statements that do not provide specific details about the performance.

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    Tip

    Include specific details about the performers, the type of performance, and your personal feelings to create a vivid picture.


    2: Ignoring the Cues

    Failing to address all the cues can lead to an incomplete answer. This may result in a lower score for coherence and task response.

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    Tip

    Make sure to systematically address each cue: who performed, what type of performance, when it was, and why you enjoyed it.


    Lack of Personal Connection

    Not sharing your personal feelings or experiences can make your answer less relatable and memorable. Avoid being too factual without emotion.

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    Tip

    Explain your personal connection to the performance and how it impacted you emotionally to make your answer more engaging.


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    We conducted an event called Demon Slayer. It is an anime. It is live performance but it is very challenging to control the crowd but it is okay. Then we started watching the anime in a big screen where it is very exciting to watch it and the movie was really extraordinary because of the characters development and the characters story. Mostly we watch anime in laptops or in a computer but in a live screen it is very big screen and it is very extraordinary super screen and the sound effects and the visuals of animation is very extraordinary. When I am watching this anime I feel very happy, very fantastic happy to see the anime in big screen or in a live performance. Live performance is taking extra hours.

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    The live performance I watched a couple of months ago was a play named Nagamandala by Rosh Pagant. I don't remember the names of the male actors, but I remember the name of the woman who played the character called Padmini was Pitash. And the reason why I enjoyed it, one of the primary reasons would be that I went to see it with my best friend. And as a student of literature, this play was part of my coursework during my days at Jalipur. And during my masters, me and Ahana used to have the study sessions. And we would always pick out favourite lines and favourite characters or the play could have been better or the novel could have been more, more, the novel could have been more better. And at the same time, the play brought a lot of fond memories to us, the memories of singing together.

    Band 6-7

    I am talking about a performance that I recently saw in my college second year. So it was a performance of my favorite rapper named Bali in India. I loved watching Bali perform. So I have listened to many songs of Bali itself prior to watching his live show. And I knew every word of the rap that he was going to sing on that day. I was very much prepared for the rap performance and thus I enjoyed it a lot. So the vibe of the show was very good and it had a magical experience for me. I was tired at the end after two hours of constantly rapping with Bali himself. My throat was sore at the end and my legs started to pain as well. Thank you.

    Band 6-7

    Yeah, hi. I just want to say I enjoyed watching a live performance of Ilayaraja, which was held a couple of days back. It was like a facilitation ceremony by the TN government. So the thing is, it was performed by a music director named Mastro Ilayaraja. It was like a live audio function where he used to play a couple of his own music tracks. So it was like a dream come true moment. So the thing is, why I prefer Ilayaraja is because I love Ilayaraja's music very much. So no other songs compared to Ilayaraja's music gives me peace of mind. It takes me to a different world. So whenever I feel low, whenever I feel very sad, I used to hear his songs. It's like a medicine to me. It's like I'm addicted to Ilayaraja's music. So in this whole world, which gives me addiction, which gives me peace of mind is Ilayaraja's music only. So the thing is, having a large collection of his songs on my own mobile, I'm having around 6 GB, 7 GB of Ilayaraja's music only. So I love him a lot. It's like I'm a strong devotee of him. I love Ilayaraja's songs. Apart from that, he's a spiritual person. So some modes can't meet to him in one way or other. And he's a very known person in Tamil Nadu. Nobody hates Ilayaraja and nobody skips Ilayaraja's music. That's the thing. I love Ilayaraja.

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    I am going to speak on a topic on the live performance which I like the most during my college days we will be having various kinds of programs like annual day celebration, hostel day celebration and department wise functions like symposium and flash bombs during those programs one of my friend will participate in different kinds of activities like dancing and dramas and dubbing etc. while performing while seeing her stage performance I really love to watch she will be doing everything spontaneously.

    Band 6-7

    A live performance that I enjoyed watching was of Shobana. Shobana is a classical dancer. Shobana is a renowned classical dancer. I really love her performance. I never miss any of her stage performances. I was in Bangalore last month when I saw an advertisement of her upcoming show. I booked it as soon as I saw the advertisement. It was on a weekend after 7pm. I reached the venue and enjoyed the performance really well. Her expressions, her dance moves really amazed me. I never wanted the show to end.

    Band 6-7

    Well, I am very socialistic person and I like to watch a lot of performances which is related to the cooking, Khatana Khiladis, then military purposes and folk dances especially because my favorite one is the Pankada and I like to watch it a lot. Here I am going to describe an interesting and a very lovely performance of Pankada which I have seen in my NJC camp as I was a student of NJC and I like to do a lot of drilling and push-ups and every morning I warm up myself. One day I watched one Pankada performance there because there was a competition between the two teams and both of the teams have well done Pankada which is the folk dance of Punjab the way of their rhythm and their smiling things is very good and they choose the different types of songs from which they perform their dance and such a good thing that they are giving us a lot of messages that how could we be with us and can show our talent to grow up in each and everything. Well, I have already done a lot of Pankadas at the school times but at that time I was in Gita but I enjoyed watching Pankada a lot. This is a type of emotion for me because I indulged in these types of activities a lot. I am a socialistic person and I socialize with a lot of people and grab their talents and can easily get through with them and my teacher always said that I am multi-task talented student and I do lot of things and this is one of the best performance I have been watched and it was held at the NCC camp.

    Band 6-7

    A live performance which I enjoyed watching was my niece's performance. She was practicing for her Independence Day and we have to record it in the camera. So it was a traditional dance and I have watched it before the day because we need to record and submit it to the school team. It was really a superb performance and I really loved it. She was just 6 years old and those moments she was performing was really a great thing to watch and she was well trained to perform from the trainer and she wore a beautiful traditional dress and in addition to there was also another child who performed with my niece and she was also a very beautiful dancer. They both nailed while performing and in the practice itself it was a beautiful performance I can say and I was imagining the next day's performance from the present performance and I feel it will be a beautiful. I felt it was a beautiful performance they performed, dance they performed and yes definitely a great thing. So I loved it because it was a great performance. Finally I would like to conclude that it was one of the most best experiences for me during a live performance.

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    So, I have visited a lot of live performances, but the most memorable I could remember is the performance I saw in the last month. It was a live performance by my favorite singer, Telvinder, and he is my new favorite singer. I like his songs a lot, and it was my great opportunity to hear him live. And also it was my first time I went on a concert that was being held live, and it was a great experience for me, and my parents supported me and motivated me to go for the concert rather than rejecting my offer for going to the concert. They supported me and made me to go to the concert. That was a great opportunity for me, and the performance was a kind of singing performance as he was a singer, and with him, two to three number of singers were more there who performed with him, and I was often excited for him to sing, and when he sang, it felt like it was a great moment for me to hear him live. I watched it in the last month on nearly the 4th of July, and that was a great moment hearing him. I enjoyed it a lot because it was my first time moment in my life. Also hearing your favorite singer live is a great moment for you. It's the most memorable moment, and you can't forget it in your lifetime because the first experiences are the best experiences and never forgettable experiences.

    Band 6-7

    So, the concert that I attended was Talwinder's concert. Talwinder is a Punjabi singer that is renowned worldwide. I attended his live concert in 2013. It was in the Wine and Beer Festival. It was a live concert. I loved his performance. Talwinder is generally a singer that hides his face and always apply a face paint while singing. Talwinder has many songs but the song that I wanted to listen live and enjoy it was Galna Chaar that translates to Four Birdings. That song holds a special place in my heart because of his vocals and the lyrics. Talwinder usually writes lyrics like Galna Chaar only. He has a very soothing and calm voice. His voice also depicts a spiritual note. His concert was enjoyed by many people. His first concert that I attended was in 2021. At that time, he was not popular among people but the recent festivals that I have attended shows that he had gathered a great popularity and has become a sensation now. He is being loved by all kinds of people whether Punjabi, Chinese etc.

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